Lot 2294
  • 2294

Vacheron Constantin

Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 HKD
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Description

  • A LIMITED EDITION YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE AND DIAMOND-SET INDEXESCIRCA 1980 "222" JUMBO
  • diameter 37 mm
• cal. 1121 automatic nickel lever movement, 36 jewels, mono-metallic balance • gilt dial, diamond-set indexes, aperture for date • 18k yellow gold tonneau-form case,  serrated bezel • with an integrated 18k yellow gold bracelet and folding clasp • case,dial, movement and bracelet signed

Condition

Automatic movement running and date advancing while cataloguing, however it is recommended to get service in the near future. Dial looks nice and clean. Case, bracelet and clasp with scuffs from normal wear. Overall appears in good condition. Back of the case numbered 542612.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

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Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

The Vacheron Constantin '222' was introduced in 1977 to celebrate the 222th anniversary of the firm's continuing success in the watch making industry.  It was designed by the master watchmaker Gerald Genta, alongside his other famous "jumbo" sporty models including Patek Philippe's Nautilus, Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak and IWC's classic Ingenieur.

This watch was produced in limited number of 500 pieces in steel, 120 pieces in steel/gold and 100 pieces in yellow gold. 

江詩丹頓"222"型號做為慶祝品牌誕生222周年的紀念錶款,於1977年面世。此錶款由製錶大師尊達先生(Gerald Genta) 設計,其它同樣出自大師之手的"Jumbo"運動型著名錶款還包括百達翡麗的"Nautilus",愛彼的"Royal Oak"及萬國的"Classic Ingenieur"。

這款腕錶為限量發行,發行數量為精鋼材質500支,精鋼及金材質120支,黃金材質100支。